Inspired by my Colorado Sister

You read that right ... inspiration is everywhere!  When I hit a brick wall I know that my sister will give me just the push I need to find a little MoJo.  I am not referring to a Stampin' Up sister (not yet anyway!) but my amazingly talented sister Marie!  I was working on a card for an upcoming workshop in a couple of weeks and kept saying to myself, "it's missing something".  I took a break and jumped on Facebook for a minute.  Sure enough there was a post sharing a card she had made in her Creative Cave.  As I looked at her creation, I realized that all I needed to add was a little something on the inside of the card.  The result was a true transformation!

Be sure to check out my sisters block and enjoy her creativity!  http://isomcre8tions.blogspot.com

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You asked ... Stampin Up listened!

What an exciting day- a new product is available from Stampin' Up! but ONLY WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!!

The best part is it's an affordable new product!

Introducing the...

Textured Boutique Embossing Machine!!!

 

In a test trial partnership with Sizzix, Stampin' Up! is offering ONLY.....I repeat.....ONLY 4000 of these new Embossing machines!

So, what does it do?

 

So, if you LOVE using embossing folders......this is the machine for you

 

How much does it cost???

 

Texture Boutique Embossing Machine
 Item 132657

$29.95

Includes:

• Texture Boutique Embossing Machine, 1 pair of Standard Embossing Pads, 1 Mylar Shim 
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• Texture Boutique Bundle
   Item 132700
• 39.95
  Includes:
• Texture Boutique Embossing Machine, 1 Pair of Standard Embossing Pads, 1 Mylar Shim
• Flower Garden Textured Impressions Embossing Folder-Stampin' Up! exclusive
• Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder-Stampin' Up! exclusive
• Visit www.samiesentiments.stampinup.net
• Click on "Shop Now", and place your order! It will be shipped directly to you, and you can even combine this order with any other products you may want! Be sure to check out the clearance rack for more great deals too!!
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• Don't wait ... these will sell out FAST! 

 

 

It's in the Air ...

 

It was such a cool day in Vermont ... the scent of Fall lingers in the air as I watch the yellows, reds and oranges shadow the backyard.  That could only mean one thing ... Christmas is around the corner.  For me that means it is time to switch in to overdrive and prepare for an annual craft fair I attend in VA with my sister.  The Ovitt household has endured a very tough year (I had two major surgeries) so I am praying that I may bring in a bit of holiday income.  My mind is swirling with many project and card ideas ... just waiting for my body to catch up with my mind!!  

What are you up to ... crafting for the holidays?  Would love to hear from you!

Stampin Up ... it's all about fAMily.

    I have been asked quite a few times why I love Stampin' Up so much ... certainly I have been unsuccessful thus far in making it the business I dream about it becoming so why stay in it?  The answer is quite simple ... I love my family.  When I talk about my family I am not simply referring to my biological family but also my extended Stampin' Up family - women (and men) I have met and some I haven't who have become important support pillars in my life.  Each year Shelly, founder of SU, presents a theme for the business.  This year's the was "I AM".  I finally realized ... I AM fAMily!

  On a lighter note, I spent the day playing with composition notebooks ... what fun they are to alter.  I enjoyed coming up with some fun color themes while maintaining my "Less is More' motto!  What do you think?

Happy Stamping !
                Thanks for stopping by!
        

Jingle Bell Rockin’ Cards!

Sunday, Oct. 14 @ 10:00-4:00

Set your sights on holiday lights and eggnog around the tree.

We hope you can join us for our holiday card festivity!

VFW

58353 Lake Road

St. Albans, VT  05478

Pre Registration:  $25.00 for 12 cards (including envelopes)

Pre Registration due by:  Monday, Oct. 1^st – Limited Spaces Available

Pre Registration doesn’t include adhesive.  Please bring plenty.                                                

Event will include:

Make 12 homemade holiday cards before Frosty the Snowman is here!

Everyone will Rock Around the Christmas Tree for a homemade ornament!

There will be Elves to assist you in making your cards!

It’s a Marshmallow World around the luncheon table!

Have a Holly Jolly time with your family & friends!

*This event is for everyone including the beginners - 12 years and older!

*You can come and go as you please & stamp at your own leisure!

*Card Kits are prepped for you, all you need to do is stamp and assemble!

*We will have a Raffle & Ordering/Booking Specials!

If you have any questions on this event please contact me @ 827-6547 or email @ ovittfam@comcast.net.

Please mail pre registration before Monday, Oct. 1^st

I'm in Love!

I'm in Love

 

I dug out the Keepsake Ornaments bundle and man this is one product I fell in love with!   I cut a piece of card stock that was 5x4 and was able to cut out three ornaments at once using the framelits and the forth I used the 3/4 inch punch to punch out the circle.  Save some paper!!  I am learning to use the edgelits and framelits.   I was able to use my favorite color combo on cherry cobbler and crumb cake! I plan on using the Greetings of the Season stamp set on my holiday cards but the order isn't here yet!!   I'm feeling festive!

Thanks for visiting!

Lurking around the corner ...

     Where has the time gone?  I feel as though summer has slipped through my fingertips.  I look around me and ask, "What have you accomplished"?  I shrug to myself "nothing". The calendar is chanting 'school, school, school' in my ear.  The realization that time with my children is dwindling as we scurry about making the preparations.  I try to imagine what it will be like to say goodbye to my oldest daughter as she begins a new journey in college.  I can't even fathom it! 

      The start of school also sends signals darting at me as reminders that the annual craft fair I attend with my sister in VA  is just around the corner.  I decided to play for a bit today.  In order to transition slowly after spending months healing from surgeries I decided to start out small.  I remembered how loved the envelope gift card holder / treat bag was in previous years and decided to put a few together.  It felt amazing to craft ... my favorite country music playing in the background ... my mind escaping from its depths of stress.  Stamping is so therapeutic!